But now it’s now gone, demolished in 2013 and replaced by a different sports facility.
Our gallery of photos take a look back at just some of the events held at the Stadium in the 90s and early 2000s to include charity events, athletics, marathons, fun runs, and more.
Do you have happy memories of Don Valley Stadium?
5. Young runners
Young runners at the Sheffield Marathon fun run at Don Valley Stadium on April 21, 1997 Photo: Roger Nadal
6. NSPCC
Pictured at the Don Valley Stadium, Sheffield, where the launch of the NSPCC Full Stop City Wide fundraising initiative for youngsters took place. Seen is Spike the NSPCC mascot with young people along with Jim Reed, chief executive Sheffield Futures and Jo Swinhoe, head of NSPCC regional community appeals, on April 2, 2002 Photo: Mike Waistell (Staff)
7. Gymnasts
Members of the City of Sheffield Gymnastics Club with their trophies and certificates at Don Valley Stadium. Pictured in the foreground is Courtney Sutton on May 20, 2005 Photo: Roger Nadal
8. Athletics
Competitors in the 800m event at the Festival of Athletics at Don Valley Stadium on April 24, 2004 Photo: Roger Nadal